CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Tuesday, January 17, 2023 5:00 PM
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
910 Calle Negocio
2nd Floor
San Clemente, California
www.san-clemente.org
Council Chambers
5:00 p.m. - Closed Session
6:00 p.m. - Business Meeting
Mayor Duncan
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock
Councilmember Cabral
Councilmember Enmeier
Councilmember James
These minutes reflect the order in which items appeared on the meeting agenda and do not necessarily reflect the order in which items were actually considered.
A Regular Meeting of the San Clemente City Council was called to order by Mayor Duncan on January 17, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the San Clemente City Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
PRESENT: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and *Mayor Duncan *Mayor Duncan left the meeting at 9:38 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT Sean Joyce, Interim City Manager; Scott Smith, City Attorney; Laura Campagnolo, City Clerk; Megan Jimenez, Deputy City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION
Concerned Resident commented on statements made by Councilmembers; referenced Civil Code Section 3480 "Public Nuisance", as it relates to pickleball noise at San Gorgonio.
City Attorney Smith announced that Closed Session Item B relates to a general analysis of liability for operations at San Gorgonio Park. City Attorney Smith further noted that if Council would like to act on the draft complaint, received on January 16, 2023, it would need to be added as a late breaking item.
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to consider the draft complaint concerning noise nuisance related to Pickleball at San Gorgonio Park in Closed Session based on the need to take immediate action and the fact that the need for action arose subsequent to the agenda being posted.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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Motion by Councilmember James, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0, to recess to Closed Session at 5:06 p.m. to discuss the following:
A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) Number of Cases: 1
Case Name: City of San Clemente v. Foothill/Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency, et al.
Riverside Superior Court Consolidated Case No.: RIC 1800232 CA Court of Appeal Case No.: E078045 (Fourth Appellate District, Division 2) B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of potential cases: 1
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
BUSINESS MEETING
Council reconvened at 6:00 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
INVOCATION
Russ Greiner, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, gave the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Captain Jay Christian, Chief of San Clemente Police Services, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Special Presentations
A. December Update on the Homeless Issue
Donna Vidrine, San Clemente, opined that the City needs temporary emergency shelter for use by homeless individuals during inclement weather.
Code Enforcement Manager Torrico narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Community Outreach and Engagement Monthly Report - December 2022." A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Interim City Manager Joyce discussed the challenges of having an inclement weather shelter and the potential impacts to current City services.
Council designated Councilmember Cabral and Councilmember Enmeier to participate in a homelessness subcommittee and work towards obtaining resources for San Clemente's homeless.
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B. Introduction of New Chief of San Clemente Police Services, Jay Christian Mayor Duncan introduced Captain Jay Christian, San Clemente Police Services, and welcomed him to San Clemente.
C. Recognition of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Women's Soccer National Champions
Mayor Duncan presented commendations to Lauren Brzykcy, Madelyn Desiano, and Brianne Riley in recognition of their University of California Los Angeles Women's Soccer NCAA National Championship title.
2. Oral Communications (Part 1)
Amanda Q narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "OCTA HOV Lanes - I-5 Freeway Expansion"; voiced concerns regarding eminent domain. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Suzie Whitelaw, Save our Beaches San Clemente, spoke on coastal erosion and the need for multiple stakeholders to collaborate on solutions for coastal erosion on San Clemente beaches.
Sharon Gekko, San Clemente, requested that the City add a cut out to the sidewalk where the bike lane ends on Avenida Pico to allow bikes to transition from the bike lane to the sidewalk.
Tawni Burns, San Clemente, addressed her comments to Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock concerning the Sanctuary for Life Resolution and Mayor Duncan concerning his participation in a Black Lives Matter protest.
Susan Ambrose, San Clemente, spoke on the King Tides that will occur on January 21-22, 2023; encouraged the public to participate in the State of California study on the impacts of sea levels.
3. Motion waiving reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember James, CARRIED 5-0, to waive reading in full of all Resolutions and Ordinances.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
4. Consideration of agendizing items requiring immediate action None.
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5. Closed Session Report - City Attorney
City Attorney Smith reported that Council authorized the City Manager to engage Hanson-Bridgett to provide special counsel services in the case of City of San Clemente v. Transportation Corridor Agency.
City Attorney Smith also reported Council voted to waive privilege on a sound study at San Gorgonio Park performed by Urban Crossroads; noted the sound study is available by request to the City Clerk.
6. Consent Calendar
Items 6A(1) and 6H were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
A. City Council Minutes
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(2) APPROVE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 20, 2022.
(3) APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 21, 2022.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
B. Commission/Committee Minutes
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file:
(1) ZONING ADMINISTRATOR REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 22, 2022.
(2) PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 21, 2022.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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C. Warrant Register
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
(1) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
2772 THROUGH 2777 AND WARRANT NOS.
585454 THROUGH 585678, PAID ON
12-23-22, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,272,268.67
(2) APPROVE WIRE TRANSFER NOS.
2778 THROUGH 2781 AND WARRANT NOS.
585679 THROUGH 585726, PAID ON
1-6-23, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,532,558.56
TOTAL WARRANT REGISTER $2,804,827.23
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
Payroll Register
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
Approve Warrant Nos. 892 through 893
and Automatic Deposit Advises
83006 through 83277, for the period
12-12-22 through 12-30-22, paid
on 12-30-22, in the amount of………..……..….......………….…$ 435,915.76 TOTAL PAYROLL REGISTER………………………………….$ 435,915.76
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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D. ORDINANCE 1748 (SECOND READING) - AMENDING CHAPTER 16.50 AND CHAPTER 17.86 OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ESTABLISH OBJECTIVE DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND SUBDIVISION
STANDARDS REGULATING URBAN LOT SPLIT AND TWO-UNIT PROJECTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 9
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Ordinance No. 1748 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE AMENDING CHAPTERS
16.50 AND 17.86 AND AMENDING SECTION 17.52.020 TO THE SAN
CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO REGULATE URBAN LOT SPLITS AND TWO-UNIT PROJECTS UNDER SB9; AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
E. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - BEACH TRUNK SANITARY SEWER LINE
REHABILITATION
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the Beach Trunk Sanitary Sewer Line Rehabilitation, from the contractor, Sancon Technologies, Inc., CIP Project No. 28206.
2. Authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the Beach Trunk Sanitary Sewer Line Rehabilitation.
3. Authorize the City Clerk to release the Payment Bond 35 days from the recordation of the Notice of Completion upon verification with the Engineering Division that no liens have been levied against the contractor, Sancon Technology, Inc.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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F. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - LA PATA SEWER LIFT STATION
REHABILITATION
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the La Pata Sewer Lift Station Rehabilitation, from the contractor, Jennette Company, Inc., CIP Project No. 20201.
2. Authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the La Pata Sewer Lift Station Rehabilitation.
3. Authorize the City Clerk to release the Payment Bond 35 days from the recordation of the Notice of Completion upon verification with the Engineering Division that no liens have been levied against the contractor, Jennette Company, Inc.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
G. NOTICE OF COMPLETION - PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF STORM
DRAIN TRASH CAPTURE DEVICES FOR THE SAN CLEMENTE PIER AND
PICO CORRIDOR PROJECT AREA
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Accept the Purchase and Installation of Storm Drain Trash Capture Devices for the San Clemente Pier and Pico Corridor Project Area, from the contractor, G2 Construction, Inc., CIP Project No. 23805.
2. Authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute and record the Notice of Completion for the Purchase and Installation of Storm Drain Trash Capture Devices for the San Clemente Pier and Pico Corridor Project Area.
3. Authorize the City Clerk to release the Payment Bond 35 days from the recordation of the Notice of Completion upon verification with the Engineering Division that no liens have been levied against the contractor, G2 Construction, Inc.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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I. UPDATE ON CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS WITH CR&R
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Administrative Report, dated January 17, 2023, and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
J. CONTRACT AWARD - CALAFIA PUMP STATION FLOW METER AND VAULT
REPLACEMENT
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for Calafia Pump Station Flow Meter and Vault Replacement, Project No. 24401.
2. Approve, and authorize the Utilities Director to execute, Contract No. C23-01, by and between the City of San Clemente and Vicon Enterprise, Inc., in the amount of $79,500 for Calafia Pump Station Flow Meter and Vault Replacement.
3. Approve a budget transfer of $80,000 from Account #052-466-43470-000- 21403 to Account #052-466-43420-000-24401.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
K. CONTRACT AMENDMENT - WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PLAN
PROGRAM ASSESSMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to:
1. Approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Amendment No. 3 to Contract No. C19-82, by and between the City of San Clemente and Geosyntec Consultants, providing for Water Quality Management Plan Program Assessment and Implementation services. This contract amendment increases the contract amount from $174,444 to $214,444 (an increase of $40,000).
2. Authorize the City Manager to approve a future amendment to complete plan checks for projects under review at the expiration of the contract amendment limit of $40,000 for an additional $15,000.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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L. CONTRACT AWARD - CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION STUDY FOR
FULL-TIME CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE EMPLOYEES
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to approve, and authorize the City Manager to execute, Contract No. C23-02, by and between the City of San Clemente and Ewing Consulting, providing for a classification and compensation study for full-time City of San Clemente employees, in the amount of $79,600.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
6A(1) CITY ATTORNEY RESPONSE TO POINT OF ORDER DATED DECEMBER 14, 2022.
Amanda Q narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Point of Order - Re:
Abstention & Quorums" concerning Rosenburg's Rules as it relates to abstentions. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock to deny the appeal and uphold the point of order decision from the meeting of December 6, 2022.
Election of Mayor Pro Tem
Councilmember Cabral, with the support of Councilmember James, agendized the election of Mayor Pro Tem for the February 7, 2023 City Council Meeting.
Point of Order Dated December 14, 2022
Substitute motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 3-2, to receive and file the City Attorney's response to the point of order dated December 14, 2022, and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Enmeier, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: Cabral and James
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6H. GRANT FUNDING APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
WATER RESOURCES FOR THE URBAN COMMUNITY DROUGHT RELIEF
GRANT PROGRAM
Councilmember Enmeier spoke on the value of this grant for the City.
Motion by Councilmember Enmeier, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 23-01 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES URBAN COMMUNITY
DROUGHT RELIEF PROGRAM FOR THE RECYCLED WATER QUALITY
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
7. Public Hearings
A. ANNUAL REPORT CONCERNING THE MITIGATION FEE ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 - CITY OF SAN CLEMENTE
Public Hearing to consider the City of San Clemente's Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022 on Mitigation Fees.
Financial Services Officer Rahn reviewed the contents of the administrative report.
Mayor Duncan opened the public hearing, there being no one desiring to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember James, CARRIED 5-0, to receive and file the Annual Report concerning the Mitigation Fee Act for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and on file with the City Clerk.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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B. CONLEY HEARING ON APPEAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE ENCROACHMENT PERMIT E22-0112
Public Hearing to consider a resident initiated appeal of the Public Works Director's revocation of Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112 ("Permit") for the Conley Residential Landscape Improvements located in the street right of way of Via Manzana and Paseo Activo.
Public Works Director/City Engineer narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Conley Hearing on Appeal of Administrative Encroachment Permit Number E22-0112" and responded to Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Mayor Duncan opened the Public Hearing.
John Conley, Applicant, narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "City's Revocation of Encroachment Permit" as it relates to the maintenance of the City's right of way. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Mitch and Arlene Irion, adjoining property owners, narrated a Powerpoint presentation on their property boundary as it relates to the City's right of way; spoke in support of the revocation of the City's Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112 and plans to make improvements to their property. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Sharon Conley, San Clemente, spoke in opposition to the revocation of the Administrative Encroachment Permit.
Brian Demsey narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Appeal of Revocation of Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112"; opposed the revocation of the Administrative Encroachment Permit. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Bill Cunningham, San Clemente, spoke in opposition to the revocation of the Administrative Encroachment Permit.
William Baker,Esq., Santa Ana, spoke in opposition to the revocation of the Administrative Encroachment Permit; spoke on efforts taken by the Conley's to resolve the dispute.
Jean-Louis Selam, San Clemente, spoke in opposition to the revocation of the Conley's Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112.
Adam Fraser spoke on the Irion's discovery of their property boundaries and the rights of property owners to access their property.
Mikala Fraser spoke in the support of the revocation of the Administrative
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Encroachment Permit as it related to property owners right to access their property.
Akbar Piloti spoke in support of the revocation of the Administrative Encroachment Permit.
Derek Ketcham spoke in support of the revocation of the Administrative Encroachment Permit.
Council continued the public hearing to the Regular City Council meeting of March 21, 2023.
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Councilmember Cabral, CARRIED 5-0 to stay the revocation of the Conely Administrative Encroachment Permit E22-0112 and continue the Public Hearing for 60 days to allow the parties (Conley's and Irion's) the opportunity to come to a mutual agreement concerning the right of way maintenance. The public hearing was continued to the Regular City Council meeting of March 21, 2023.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
MEETING RECESSED
Council recessed at 8:25 p.m. and reconvened at 8:35 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
8. Unfinished Business
A. CONSIDERATION OF PILOT “GREEN LINE” TROLLEY ROUTE
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to continue this item to the Regular City Council meeting of February 7, 2023.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
9. New Business
A. APPOINTMENT OF ANDY HALL AS CITY MANAGER
Interim City Manager Joyce reviewed the contents of the administrative report.
Amanda Q voiced concerns with the employment contract including salary and severance package.
Erika Cortez, Chief Administrative Officer City of Imperial Beach, spoke in support of Andy Hall's appointment to City Manager.
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Concerned Resident, San Clemente, voiced concerns regarding the salary package and experience of Mr. Hall.
Tim Brown spoke in support of the selection of Andy Hall; opined that the employment contract is standard for City Manager recruitments.
Newly appointed City Manager Hall expressed his excitement to join the City of San Clemente.
Motion by Councilmember Cabral, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0, to approve, and authorize the Mayor to execute, City Manager Employment Agreement (Contract No. C23-03), by and between the City of San Clemente and Andy Hall, and authorize acceleration of the agreement's commencement date if that should become possible.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
B. RECONSIDERATION OF THE CONTRACT AWARD FOR THE DESIGN OF RICHARD T. STEED MEMORIAL SPORTS PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS Public Works Director/City Engineer Koger and Beaches, Parks and Recreation Director Wylie narrated a Powerpoint presentation entitled "Reconsideration of the Contract Award for the Design of Richard T. Steed Memorial Sports Park Pickleball Courts" and responded to Council inquiries. A hard copy of the presentation is on file with the City Clerk.
Tim Brown suggested that Council approve a minimum of 8 courts to offset the impact to San Gorgonio Park.
Amanda Q voiced concerns regarding the staff report and statements made by staff.
Marty Weinberg, USA Pickleball Ambassador, spoke on exchanges with Councilmember James regarding Pickleball; encouraged the Council to vote in support of the project.
Vern West, San Clemente, urged Council to build 8 courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park to replace the 8 courts at San Gorgonio Park.
Casey Nolter, San Clemente, spoke in support of prioritizing pickleball courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park; noted the potential benefits to the community.
Sharon Gekko, San Clemente, spoke on the resident complaints at San Gorgonio Park and the potential reduction of courts by only building 4 at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park if the plan is to close the courts at San Gorgonio park.
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George Spooner, San Clemente, noted he enjoys playing pickleball, opined that San Clemente is a destination for Pickleball players.
Norina Cappadona, read a letter on behalf of Buzz Buster in support of building pickleball courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park, stated she supports the project to build pickleball courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park.
Concerned Resident, encouraged Council to start building courts at Richard T.
Steed Memorial Park to relieve residents in Shorecliffs from the noise of Pickleball at San Gorgonio Park.
Olivia Welch, San Clemente, spoke in support of building pickleball courts at Richard T. Steed Memorial Park.
Staff to research if San Gorgonio Park is in the Coastal Recreation Zone.
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, to:
1. Direct staff to prioritize the construction of at least eight pickleball courts and necessary associated amenities as outlined in the proposed Richard T. Steed Park Master Plan pickleball facility design.
2. Incorporate opportunities for optimizing the use of available funding sources and future phased construction.
3. Approve, and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute, Contract No. C22-67, by and between the City of San Clemente and RJM Design Group, Inc., providing engineering design services for the Richard T.
Steed Memorial Park pickleball courts, in the amount of $404,550.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
C. INITIATION OF ZONING AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 16.50
(STATE-MANDATED SUBDIVISIONS) AND CHAPTER 17.86
(STATE-MANDATED RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS) OF THE SAN CLEMENTE MUNICIPAL CODE TO 1) ADD LANGUAGE FOR NON-CONFORMING URBAN
LOT SPLITS AND TWO-UNIT PROJECTS AND DISCRETIONARY
APPROVAL, 2) REVISE LANGUAGE FOR VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD
SEVERITY ZONES, 3) REVISE ALLEY SETBACK AREA STANDARDS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL 9
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, CARRIED 5-0 to continue this item to the Regular City Council meeting of February 7, 2023.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
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Mayor Duncan left the meeting at 9:38 p.m.
10. Oral Communications (Part 2)
Rick Loeffler spoke on the need for Council to respect citizens and to have respectful interactions amongst one another.
11. Reports
A. Commissions and Committees
None.
B. City Manager
Public Permit Counter Hours
Interim City Manager Joyce provided an update on public permit counter hours and services.
C. City Attorney
Campaign Contribution Law
City Attorney Smith provided an update regarding the new campaign contribution law effective January 1, 2023.
D. Council Members
Display of Photographs at City Hall
Councilmember James, with the support of Councilmember Enmeier, agendized for discussion, the display of Fred Swegles, and other community organizations such as the Lifeguard Foundation, photographs, writings and other works related to San Clemente to be displayed at City Hall and the consideration of appointing a City Archivist.
Closed Session Minutes
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, with the support of Councilmember James, agendized consideration of the City Clerk taking minutes in Closed Session.
Beach Erosion
Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, with the support of Councilmember Enmeier and Councilmember James, agendized consideration of asking the City to make an application to the Coastal Commission and Army Corps of Engineers for a close in, off-shore dredging operation that rainbows the existing sand that is located off the beach, back onto the beach, the discussion should also include consideration of forming a Super Committee to focus on beach erosion.
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(1) UPDATE TO COUNCIL APPOINTEES TO REGIONAL COMMITTEES,
COMMISSIONS AND CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock, second by Councilmember James, CARRIED 5-0 to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Knoblock to Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) with Councilmember Cabral being the alternate. (Please note this item was considered earlier in the meeting, prior to Mayor Duncan leaving).The remainder of the appointments will be considered at the Regular City Council meeting of February 7, 2023.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James, Knoblock and Mayor Duncan
NOE: None
E. Council Subcommittee Updates
None.
12. Adjournment
Motion by Councilmember James, second by Councilmember Enmeier, CARRIED 4-0 (Mayor Duncan absent), to adjourn at 9:57 p.m. The next Regular Meeting will be held on February 7, 2023. Closed Session will begin at 5:00 p.m.
The Business Meeting will commence at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at City Hall Council Chambers, located at 910 Calle Negocio, 2nd Floor, San Clemente.
AYE: Cabral, Enmeier, James and Knoblock
NOE: None
ABSENT: Mayor Duncan
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MAYOR of the City of
San Clemente, California
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CITY CLERK of the City of
San Clemente, California